The Gift of Faith

June 18, 2023 – The Fourth Sunday of Pentecost

In Paul’s letter to the Romans, he explains that living in God’s grace means experiencing peace with God and hope that does not disappoint. The love of God, evident in Christ’s death, has been poured into our hearts as well, and sustains us in our troubles. In the gospel of Matthew, we learn that the mission of Jesus’ followers is to continue the mission of Jesus. Jesus instructs us how we might claim the gospel through our words and deeds.

WE GATHER FOR WORSHIP

Prelude: “Adagio and Sarabande”, Bach

Welcome and Announcements

Call to Worship by the Bells of Hope: “Come, Christians Join to Sing”, arranged by Kevin McChesney

Gathering Hymn: “Here I Am Lord”

Apostolic Greeting

Hymn of Praise

Prayer of the Day

First Reading: Genesis 18:1-15, 21:1-7

Second Reading: Romans 5:1-8

Bells of Hope: “This Train is Bound for Glory/Swing Low Sweet Chariot”, arranged by Tammy Waldrop

Children’s Time

Gospel Acclamation and Gospel: Matthew 9:35-10:8

Sermon: “The Gift of Faith”, Pastor Dan Severson

Sermon Hymn: “Listen, God is Calling”

Apostles Creed

Prayers of Intercession

Offering and Offertory Music: “This is My Father’s World”, Dale Wood

Offering Prayer

The Great Thanksgiving

The Words of Institution

The Lord’s Prayer

Angus Dei

Communion Distribution

Post Communion Prayer

Benediction

Sending Hymn: “Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ”

Dismissal

Postlude: “Two Mazurkas”, Chopin